Places And Travel
The Only Counties Without A Single Highway
A few counties skipped the highway age entirely, leaving places where numbered routes never arrived and the road map still looks unusually bare.
10 Most Overlooked Arizona Towns For 2026
Ten Arizona towns sit right off the highways built to rush you past them, each guarding a landmark that would headline a much bigger place.
These Small Towns in New Mexico Come Alive in Fall
Where should you spend fall in New Mexico? Discover the small towns where harvest festivals, adobe plazas, and cool nights make the season unforgettable.
This Is Montana's Quirkiest Little Town
Red Lodge is a quirky town in Montana that many overlook. It has everything from vibrant events to unique eateries, perfect for a vacation in the mountains.
The National Parks With The Most Species of Bats
Grand Canyon and Big Bend have each documented 22 bat species, more than any other national park. Where the rest of the top seven are, and when to look.
9 Best Towns In Washington To Retire Comfortably
Discover the best small towns in Washington to retire, from coastal havens to mountain retreats, rich in nature and charm.
Where Young Families Are Putting Down Roots In South Carolina
Six fast-growing South Carolina towns where young families are buying in, with the school ratings, job numbers and median home prices behind each move.
Why American Crocodiles Only Live In South Florida
Crocodiles have salt glands on their tongues and no tolerance for freezing. Those two facts explain why American crocodiles only live in South Florida and nowhere else in the US.
8 Romantic Small Towns In New England For A 3-Day Weekend
Windjammer cruises, harbor dinners, and quiet forest trails: these eight New England towns give couples a slow three-day weekend worth waking up for.
The Longest Mountain Pass Road In America
The Beartooth Highway runs 68.291 miles and is shut nine months a year. Why America's longest mountain pass road has its summit in the wrong state.
8 Best Towns In Massachusetts For A Two-Day Recharge
From dune-backed beaches on the Cape to storybook main streets in the Berkshires, each town offers its own character and comfortable places to stay.
The Busiest Stretch Of Highway In The United States
Atlanta's Downtown Connector carries 405,000 vehicles a day, the nation's highest AADT, ahead of I-5 in Los Angeles and I-10 in Phoenix in 2024 FHWA data.
The National Forests With The Most Moose
Alaska's Chugach and Tongass hold the most moose by a wide margin. In the lower 48 it is Superior National Forest, and the reason is younger forest, not wilder forest.
11 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In Georgia
Climb a coastal lighthouse, walk a brick-paved street, ride a scenic mountain train: 11 Georgia small towns where the adorable part is genuinely earned.
The National Forests With The Oldest Trees
Some living trees in America's national forests were already ancient when the pyramids rose. Here are the forests where the very oldest still stand.
This Quiet Minnesota Town Is An Underrated Gem For Nature Lovers
Plan a trip to Ely, Minnesota, a former mining town turned outdoor hub with canoe outfitters, scenic wilderness, abundant wildlife, and rustic resorts.
These Small Towns in Texas Come Alive in the Fall
From autumn celebrations to charming downtown streets, these Texas small towns shine brightest when fall brings a change in pace and atmosphere.
This Is The Friendliest Small Town in Colorado
Como earns Colorado’s title of friendliest small town with railroad history, mountain views, and the summer Boreas Pass Railroad Day.
11 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns In The Southern United States
Whether you prefer white sandy beaches or scenic mountain vistas, the Southern United States has no shortage of captivating small towns.
10 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In The Finger Lakes This Year
The Finger Lakes hold the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rockies, two lakes that never mix, and a shoreline of clay spires. Ten to see this year.
11 Most Welcoming Towns In Michigan's Countryside
Where a quick stop turns into a whole afternoon: the most welcoming towns in Michigan's countryside, from cheeseburger festivals to riverfront art fairs.
These 10 Towns In Kentucky Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
Kentucky's most highly ranked towns provide a mixture of uniquely Kentuckian cuisines and drinks along with dedication to art and nature.
The Longest Dead-End Road In America
America's longest dead-end road is Alaska's Dalton Highway: 414 gravel miles to the Arctic oil fields at Deadhorse, then you turn around and drive all the way back.
The Most Dangerous Forests In America
A pleasant hike can turn dangerous in hours. From alpine wind to flash floods, here is what makes ten of America's wildest forests worth respecting.
The Largest Convention Centers In North America
North America’s biggest convention centers are built for colossal crowds, sprawling expos, and events that can reshape a city’s economy.
The Sunken Forests Beneath American Lakes
Drowned woodlands stand under lakes in Oregon, Michigan, Washington, and California, preserved by cold, low-oxygen water for thousands of years.
7 Best Places To Retire In England
Tour English towns where retirees can find low house prices, gentle walking and real history, including Alnwick, Barnard Castle, Beverley and King's Lynn.
2026's 10 Best Small Towns To Visit In Western Australia
Together, these 10 best small towns show just how varied Western Australia's smaller communities can be through the unusual landscapes, wildlife, and cultures
The State Parks With The Longest Entrance Lines
Mile-long car lines, hour-plus waits, gates shut by mid-morning: the state parks so crowded that officials had to rewrite the rules to manage the crush.
The Counties Sinking Into The Ground
Whole counties are sinking by the foot while the ground still looks dead flat. See where America drops fastest, from Western farm valleys to the Chesapeake.
The State Parks With The Best Fall Foliage Drives
Leaf-peeping is better from behind the wheel. These state parks pair brilliant fall colors with scenic roads, overlooks, and winding routes.
The Counties Hit By The Most Tornadoes
Kansas and Oklahoma get the tornado hype, but the counties that log the most twisters sit in Colorado and Florida. See the surprising national top ten.
6 Prettiest Small Towns In The Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is packed with beauty — towering trees, volcanic landscapes, deserts, amazing coastlines, and six of the prettiest small towns anywhere.
10 Off-The-Beaten-Path Towns In Nevada
Nevada's small towns, including Tonopah, Ely, and Caliente, feature everything from natural hot springs to landscapes featuring unique sand dunes.
9 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In Wisconsin
Whether enjoying glistening lakeshores in Lake Geneva or hiking the pine-scented forests in Boulder Junction, find the most adorable small towns in Wisconsin.
6 Most Overlooked Utah Towns For 2026
Six overlooked Utah towns for 2026, from Price and Panguitch to Vernal, with fossil quarries, rock art, and pioneer main streets.
8 Most Overlooked California Towns For 2026
Skip the crowds in these eight overlooked California towns, from coastal Cayucos to Gold Rush-era Nevada City and Sutter Creek.
The Counties With No Hospital
Nearly 700 U.S. counties have no hospital at all. From suburban Maryland to the Texas Panhandle, here's where the gaps are and how far residents drive.
How National Forests Make Money For The Government
How National Forests Make Money For The Government, through recreation fees, special-use permits, grazing fees, mining and energy leases, and timber sales.
10 Best Attractions To Visit In Northern California
From Lake Tahoe's blue depths to the Lost Coast's black sand, these ten Northern California attractions cover redwoods, volcanoes, wine country, and more.